Dialysis Technician

University of Washington Medical Center • Seattle, WA

6d • $32 - $44

About The Position

The Dialysis Technician works in partnership with the unit registered nurse, supervisor, and/or manager to support safe and effective dialysis treatment and patient care within the scope of the technician’s credentials. The role is part of the Harborview Kidney/Dialysis Department and is full-time, 40 hours per week, with rotating or variable shifts.

The technician prepares dialysis equipment and materials in the dialysis lab and at the patient bedside according to nephrology orders, maintains knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance procedures, and coordinates with the care team to prioritize and time procedures. Direct care includes connecting patients to dialysis machines, monitoring treatment and patient tolerance, reporting changes to a physician and/or registered nurse, adjusting equipment to help avoid adverse patient effects, and adjusting apparatus parameters based on patient conditions. Licensed Harborview dialysis technicians perform hemodialysis-related care within their scope of practice and licensure.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with an emphasis in chemistry, biology, or medical sciences, and two years of experience in a medical laboratory, including one year in a dialysis/pheresis laboratory at the Dialysis/Pheresis Technician Trainee level.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except where legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration, apply.

Nice To Haves

• CCHT certification from a national accreditation organization.
• Current Washington State Dialysis Technician License.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, prepare, prime, and set up dialysis equipment and materials in the dialysis lab and at the patient bedside according to nephrology orders.
• Maintain current knowledge of equipment operating procedures and maintenance.
• Coordinate with the care team to determine the prioritization and timing of dialysis procedures.
• Connect patients to dialysis machines and monitor treatment and patient tolerance.
• Report changes in patient condition or treatment tolerance to a physician and/or registered nurse.
• Adjust equipment to avoid adverse patient effects and adjust apparatus parameters based on patient conditions.
• Perform hemodialysis-related care within the scope of practice and licensure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree